Davie County Schools welcomes first regular board meeting and celebrates graduation

As the sun began to set over Davie County, the atmosphere in the school board meeting room buzzed with anticipation. Board members gathered for their regular meeting, eager to discuss the future of education in their community. The chairperson opened the session with a reminder of the upcoming meeting in August, noting a shift to an earlier time of 4:00 PM. “Believe it or not, by the time this board gets back together, we will have early college back in school,” they remarked, highlighting the swift approach of the new academic year.

The meeting also touched on an important training session scheduled for July 21 in Raleigh, aimed at board members and the superintendent. The chair encouraged those interested to stay after the meeting to discuss transportation arrangements, fostering a sense of camaraderie among the members.

Transitioning to the heart of the meeting, the superintendent provided an update on the past week, which had been notably busy. “We had a fantastic end of the school year,” they shared, celebrating the achievements of over 470 graduates from Davie County High School and the Early College. This milestone was a testament to the hard work of students and staff alike.

Looking ahead, the superintendent shifted focus to the youngest learners, announcing that approximately 332 kindergarteners had already registered for the upcoming school year. “We appreciate all of our principals for their work in getting them registered,” they said, encouraging parents who had yet to enroll their children to do so promptly. The excitement for welcoming new faces into the schools was palpable, as the board prepared for the influx of kindergartners in August.

In closing, the superintendent reported a steady attendance rate of 93.25%, consistent with the previous year, underscoring the commitment to maintaining a strong educational environment. As the meeting wrapped up, the board members left with a renewed sense of purpose, ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead for Davie County Schools.